Meaning of the word contrived in English

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contrived

US /kənˈtraɪvd/
UK /kənˈtraɪvd/

Adjective

deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously

Example:
The plot of the movie was too contrived to be believable.
His apology sounded rather contrived and insincere.